Episodes

  • When the World Shook Chapter 8 - Bastin Attempts the Martyr’s Crown

    When the World Shook Chapter 8 - Bastin Attempts the Martyr’s Crown
    May 11 2026
    In which the narrator’s curiosity about mysterious ancient ruins on a sacred island leads to a perilous encounter with the local priests and an audacious act by the zealous missionary Bastin, culminating in a tense flight to sanctuary amid the stirring of old beliefs and fresh violence. Through observations both scholarly and impetuous, the delicate balance between faith, fear, and the unknown is revealed, set against the shadow of enigmatic stone relics and island superstitions.
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    31 mins
  • When the World Shook Chapter 9 - The Island in the Lake

    When the World Shook Chapter 9 - The Island in the Lake
    May 11 2026
    In which our explorers land upon a rocky peninsula within a lake and uncover deep grooves worn into the stone, suggesting ancient and mysterious activity involving flying machines; within a vast cave adorned with weathered sculptures and vast relics, they discover a striking statue that evokes thoughts of death and immortality, challenging their understanding of a long-lost civilisation. Yet amid the echoes of the past and the looming wonders, the present dangers and uncertain future press heavily upon their minds as they seek both refuge and knowledge.
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    29 mins
  • When the World Shook Chapter 7 - The Orofenans

    When the World Shook Chapter 7 - The Orofenans
    May 11 2026
    In which a small company of castaways encounter the inhabitants of a mysterious island called Orofena, where they navigate cautious diplomacy and perform a remarkable healing that wins them a precarious place among the natives. Amid medicinal duties and missionary efforts, they uncover strange customs and ancient secrets in a land shadowed by antiquity and enigma.
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    27 mins
  • When the World Shook Chapter 6 - Land

    When the World Shook Chapter 6 - Land
    May 10 2026
    In which our three weary survivors, battered by tempest and tidal wave, find themselves marooned upon a strange and untamed shore, where they cautiously meet a curious and uncivilised people whose simple customs and fears both intrigue and perplex them. Amidst their uncertainties, they set about securing shelter and sustenance, pondering the mysterious fate that has brought them to this remote and primeval place, while reflecting upon a foreboding letter that foretold their doom.
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    23 mins
  • When the World Shook Chapter 5 - The Cyclone

    When the World Shook Chapter 5 - The Cyclone
    May 10 2026
    In which the voyagers encounter a series of mysterious happenings aboard the Star of the South, including supernatural manifestations and unsettling omens, as they journey through beautiful yet treacherous island realms. Their voyage grows perilous when a fearsome South Sea cyclone strikes, testing their resolve amid nature’s fierce and unpredictable might.
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    29 mins
  • When the World Shook Chapter 4 - Death and Departure

    When the World Shook Chapter 4 - Death and Departure
    May 10 2026
    In which the narrator recounts the profound sorrow of losing his beloved wife and child, reflecting on their last moments and the differing views of faith and reason among his companions. Moved by a dream and a longing for solace, he resolves to embark on a voyage to the distant South Sea Islands, accompanied by two friends and his faithful spaniel, in search of the unknown and perhaps some peace of mind.
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    22 mins
  • When the World Shook Chapter 1 - Arbuthnot Describes Himself

    When the World Shook Chapter 1 - Arbuthnot Describes Himself
    May 9 2026
    In which Humphrey Arbuthnot recounts his Devonshire upbringing beneath the gentle shadows of an ancient Priory and reflects on the scholarly yet restrained nature of his revered father, alongside his own complex character marked by talent and a restless spirit. He unfolds the tale of his early life’s promising ventures, marred by ethical dilemmas and a restless fastidiousness that led him through the worlds of law, literature, and finance, culminating in a weary disillusionment with wealth and power.
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    28 mins
  • When the World Shook Chapter 3 - Natalie

    When the World Shook Chapter 3 - Natalie
    May 9 2026
    In which the narrator reflects upon his solitary nature, his disillusionment with conventional paths, and a fateful encounter in Rome introduces him to Natalie, whose presence stirs a profound and unexpected affection. Amidst lively discourse and contrasting philosophies, the beginnings of love and matrimonial promise unfold against the backdrop of ancient ruins and English society.
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    20 mins